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Modular Tool Cart Knows Where to Hold’em, Where to Place’em
With an angled top level shelf that holds shadow-board for tool storage, this modular tool cart from Creform features an integrated laptop holder on a pivoting shelf that can be positioned for easy access.
Gripper System for Stainless Sheet Metal Handling Eliminates Manual Labor
This custom End-of-Arm-Tooling system from FIPA automates sheet metal processing by using flat vacuum cups and compact ejectors to apply suction to single pieces of sheet metal in a designated stack at the pick-up site.
Modular, Rugged Structural Steel Access System for Shops
The rugged framework of the core, bolt-together components in the LadderLink Modular Access System from Wildeck allows users to quickly select, connect, and create work platforms, crossovers, and stairs.
Intelligent Control System for Hydraulically-Operated Lifts
The SmartControl system for hydraulically-operated VRCs from Wildeck enhances operation, simplifies maintenance, and protects the lift from damage.
ABB Sells First U.S. Manufactured Robot
An IRB 2600 will be used by Hitachi Powdered Metals for handling in-process engine components.
Augmented Reality and Extra Layers of Touch and Feel
Pioneering cobots from Universal Robots, working in tandem with the operator, can now integrate interactive augmented reality into labor intensive tasks and improve jobs that are prone to human error.
ProMat | Automate 2017
At McCormick Place in Chicago from April 3-6, these two co-located events will showcase the full spectrum of innovative material handling and automation technologies. Only held once every two years, you don’t want to miss the opportunities on display to help you stay ahead of your competition. This special snapshot of the show provides technical reviews of some of the equipment and technology that will be exhibited to help you navigate the show floor and manage your time while you’re there.
Gold Standard “Drive-Through” Dock Application
The RHV-4100 Vertical-Storing Hydraulic Dock Leveler, the Eclipse NH vertical leveler and the Dok-Lok SHR 5000 locking system from Rite-Hite optimize dock safety, cargo security and cold chain integrity.
Orbital Wrapping System Eliminates Crates or Containers
Semi-automatic TAB Wrapper Tornado orbital wrapping machines from TAB Industries create a smooth, clear surface for applying both shipping labels and/or consumer labels to oddly-sized loads.
Innovative Rotary Arm Stretch Wrap System
The Liberty Technologies Series 800 high speed rotary arm stretch wrap system from Millwood uses dual film carriages to wrap more than 100 loads per hour at optimal pre-stretch levels of up to 300 percent.
Heavy Duty Lifting Magnets for Extraordinary Strength
Heavy Duty Neodymium Lifting Magnets from Master Magnetics are ideal for lifting both flat and round ferrous metal items, steel plates, forgings, die castings, and similar items in machine shops, warehouses and other manufacturing plants.
High Density Sliding Shoe Sorter
The IntelliSort HDS sliding shoe sorter from Intelligrated uses patented soft touch divert technology for gentle product control and reduced item impact speed without compromising throughput or divert accuracy.
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